| Place | Asia: Korea |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL39399 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Uniform |
| Physical description | Cotton poplin |
| Location | Main Bld: Korea, Malaya & Indonesia Gallery: Upper Level: RAAF |
| Maker |
Cleveland Overall Co. |
| Place made | United States of America: Ohio |
| Date made | c 1950 |
| Conflict |
Korea, 1950-1953 |
K-1 Type Flying Suit
Description
United States manufactured olive drab cotton poplin, one piece, long sleeved flying suit. The suit has a front zipper opening with twin zip fasteners. There are eight pockets (two breast, two waist, two thigh and two calf) all except the waist pockets have zipper closures. The ankles of the suit also have zipper fastenings. The cuffs are adjustable by means of a single button and there is a single button at each side of the waist for ventilation and access. A maker's label sewn below the collar reads 'SUIT FLYING, VERY LIGHT, COTTON TWILL TYPE K-1 SPECIFICATION NO. 3232 SIZE MEDIUM LONG AAF STOCK NO. 8300-809990 ORDER NO. (33-038) 45 - 10365 - AF CLEVELAND OVERALL CO.''
History / Summary
Unknown.